Low Fat Sausage Egg and Cheese McGriddle

Indulge in a guilt-free version of a beloved breakfast classic with this Low Fat Sausage Egg and Cheese McGriddle! Featuring fluffy, whole wheat pancakes infused with a hint of maple and vanilla, this recipe swaps out the heavy ingredients for wholesome alternatives like lean turkey sausage, egg whites, and reduced-fat cheddar cheese. With just the right balance of sweet and savory, this homemade McGriddle satisfies your morning cravings without weighing you down. Perfect for two, it comes together in just 35 minutes, making it an ideal choice for a quick yet satisfying start to your day. Whether you're meal-prepping or enjoying it fresh from the skillet, this lightened-up breakfast sandwich is sure to become a new go-to.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 4 large egg whites
• 2 low-fat turkey sausage patty
• 1 reduced-fat cheddar cheese slice
• 1 tablespoon maple syrup
• 1 cup whole wheat flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.75 cup almond milk
• 0.5 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 for greasing cooking spray
• 0.5 teaspoon maple extract

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, mix almond milk and apple cider vinegar. Let it sit for 5 minutes to create a buttermilk substitute.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

Step 3

Add maple syrup, vanilla extract, maple extract, and the almond milk mixture to the dry ingredients. Stir until the batter is smooth and thick.

Step 4

Preheat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and lightly coat with cooking spray.

Step 5

Pour approximately 1/4 cup of the pancake batter onto the skillet. Cook for about 2-3 minutes until bubbles appear on the surface, then flip and cook for another 2 minutes until golden brown. Repeat to make four pancakes.

Step 6

While the pancakes cook, heat the turkey sausage patties in a separate pan or microwave according to package instructions until fully cooked.

Step 7

In a non-stick skillet, spray with cooking spray and heat over medium. Pour in egg whites and cook for 3-4 minutes, folding them gently until firm but not dry.

Step 8

Assemble the sandwiches by placing an egg white portion, a sausage patty, and half a slice of cheddar cheese between two pancakes.

Step 9

Serve immediately, allowing the warmth of the pancakes to melt the cheese slightly for a delicious bite.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(611.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	883.6

Total Fat 17.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 95mg	0%
Sodium 2603.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 123.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.8g	0%
Total Sugars 29.1g
Protein 61.2g	0%

Vitamin D 58.6IU	0%
Calcium 565.7mg	0%
Iron 6.4mg	0%
Potassium 1091.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 17.6%

Protein: 27.3%

Carbs: 55.1%